Towing Tips; Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome); Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle - Jeep GLADIATOR 2022 Owner's Manual

TOWING TIPS

Before towing, practice turning, stopping and backing
the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic.
If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing,
all starts must be in first gear to avoid excessive clutch
slippage.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
Select the DRIVE range when towing. The transmission
controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shift-
ing when towing. However, if frequent shifting does
occur while in DRIVE, you can use the AutoStick shift
control to manually select a lower gear.

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME)

TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE

Towing Condition
Flat Tow
Dolly Tow
On Trailer
NOTE:
When towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provincial laws. Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional details.
NOTE:
Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle under
heavy loading conditions, will improve performance and
extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting
and heat build-up. This action will also provide better
engine braking.
AutoStick — If Equipped
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When using the AutoStick shift control, select the
highest gear that allows for adequate performance
and avoids frequent downshifts. For example,
choose "5" if the desired speed can be maintained.
Choose "4" or "3" if needed to maintain the desired
speed.
Wheels OFF the Ground
See Instructions
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NONE
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Front
Rear
ALL
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To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous
driving at high RPM. Return to a higher gear or
vehicle speed when grade and road conditions
allow.
Cruise Control — If Equipped
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Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
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When using the Cruise Control, if you experience
speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disen-
gage until you can get back to cruising speed.
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Use Cruise Control in flat terrain and with light loads
to maximize fuel efficiency.
Four-Wheel Drive Models
Automatic transmission in PARK.
Manual transmission in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL [N]).
Transfer case in (N) Neutral.
Tow in forward direction.
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
OK
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